Assistant Professor, Agribusiness Management (Online & On-Campus)

Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount 75%

Competitive retirement plans

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management in the AESE department, University Park. This tenure-track position is 60% teaching and 40% Extension, with five 3-credit online courses annually and some in-person delivery on campus.

The candidate will advise undergraduates and build an Extension program with external funding while engaging in inclusive teaching across disciplines. A Doctorate is required by appointment date.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in agricultural economics, agribusiness, or a related economics or business field.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or the food industry is preferred.
• Ability to engage professionally with an inclusive population of faculty, staff, students, and Extension audiences.

Responsibilities

• Teach five 3-credit courses per year in the Agribusiness Management undergraduate program, mostly online.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including professional development for employment in industry.
• Develop a nationally and internationally recognized Extension program and secure external funding for it.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Inclusive teaching

Education

PhD in Agricultural Economics or Agribusiness

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Agribusiness Management in the AESE department, University Park. This tenure-track position is 60% teaching and 40% Extension, with five 3-credit online courses annually and some in-person delivery on campus.

The candidate will advise undergraduates and build an Extension program with external funding while engaging in inclusive teaching across disciplines. A Doctorate is required by appointment date.